David Cain W1DEC Silent Key

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We are saddened to announce the passing of David E. Cain, W1DEC

After moving to Jamestown, David became 9 year member of NCRC and participated in many of our activities including Field Day and the Outdoor Adventure.  His love of and participation in many sailing activities were much appreciated by the numerous mariners in NCRC. His expertise in Emergency Management operations was often provided to club activities.

A final call for W1DEC was made on the Wednesday HF net.

Services will take place at 10 a.m. Nov. 4, 2023, at St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church, 87 Narragansett Ave., Jamestown

Additional details are available at this link.

https://www.jamestownpress.com/articles/david-ely-cain-jr/

Amateur Radio Technician Class Begins Tuesday Oct 17th at 6 PM

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**** Due to a lack of registrations, this class has been canceled ***

An Amateur Radio Technician Class will be held ONLINE using ZOOM starting Tuesday October 17, 2023 at 6 PM.  The class is open to the public.  If you are interested, you may register using the link below.

Discover the fun of being able to communicate with fellow Amateur Radio Operators (Hams) in your local community or worldwide without depending on fragile infrastructure like cell phones or internet.  Add Amateur Radio capabilities to enhance other hobbies like hiking or boating, and be able to communicate in times of emergency.

This is an instructor-led course given in six sessions with a FCC required examination on Saturday December 9th. The class is suitable for middle school through adult learners.  Past experience says that 90%+ of the students that participate in the classes pass the exam.  No book is required but a couple of good references are listed below:

  • Gordon West’s Technician Class 2022-2026.  Available at Amazon.com
  • ARRL Ham Radio License Manual 5th Edition.  Available at Amazon.com
There is no fee for the class itself.  There is a $15 fee for the examination, payable when you take the exam, and a $35 fee payable to the FCC for the license itself.

Second Annual Pete Lawson Outdoor Adventure – Sunday, September 10, 2023

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When:
Sunday, September 10, 2023
1:00pm to 5:00pm
(UTC-04:00) America/New York

Where:
Colt State Park, Bristol RI

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Organizer: NCRC k1jsm@arrl.net

Description:
Newport County Radio Club is happy to announce our second annual Pete Lawson Outdoor Adventure recognizing the achievements of club members, and the many activities that the club participates in throughout the year. It’s also a fun way to get together and enjoy a late summer day! This year’s event will be held at Colt State Park in Bristol RI on Sunday September 10 starting at 1 PM.

PETER LAWSON OUTDOOR ADVENTURE
The 2nd annual Peter Lawson Outdoor Adventure will be at Colt State Park

Sunday September 10, 2023.
Register and Save the Date Now!

The picnic starts Sunday at 1 pm. Delicious catered dinner by Scratch Kitchen of Newport (same as last year).

Our Sunday picnic caps off three days of the All-RI POTA event, sponsored by NCRC, and managed by Jim Garman, KC1QDC. There will be active radio stations at the event so you can experience Parks-On-The-Air. Colt State Park is K-2872 in the Parks-On-The-Air (POTA) radio event.

The PLOA Sunday picnic event is for all NCRC members and their families. All RI POTA participants are invited as well. Best of all, it is FREE! You may wish to make a donation of any amount but not required.

WE NEED A HEAD COUNT to accurately forecast the amount of food to order. PLEASE sign up on the club web site now, W1SYE.ORG. Or, if web sites are not your thing, send an email to k1jsm@arrl.net.

As a reward for registering now, we have several drawings for prizes:

  • An antenna survey, recommendations & set-up assistance at your QTH by Mr. DX, W1LY.
  • $100 Gift Certificate to DXEngineering
  • A POTA activation (a guided training session) on another date & in RI with a POTA pro who will provide all the equipment.
  • A Wolf River Coil antenna (the antenna shoot out winner).

PLUS – events for the kids, and recognition of Jack Garforth, N1JK, (SK-Silent Key) and more.

Hope to see you there. Register now!

Should you be willing to donate to the event to cover expenses, please use the following Donation Button or find the link Pay Dues or Donate on the club website (You don’t need a PayPal account to donate as any credit card can be used).

NCRC August Meeting

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NCRC’s August Meeting will be a hybrid in-person and Zoom meeting from 7:00pm to 8:15pm on Monday, August 14.  A ZOOM invitation will be sent out the weekend before.  In-person will be at St. Barnabas Parish Hall, 1697 East Main Rd. at Fairview Lane, Portsmouth, RI.  Minutes and Business Meeting slides will be posted as available.

Doors open at 6:45pm. Join us!

Jim Garman, KC1QDZ is excited to share updates with you about the upcoming PARKS ON THE AIR (POTA) – Activate All RI happening September 6-10, and the many ways you can get involved.
John Mills, K1JSM and Willy Maclean, W1LY will share updates on the Pete Lawson Outdoor Adventure on September 10. (K1JSM has just sent out a separate email with more details and how to register.) The PLOA includes a catered meal, is free and is offered as a thank you and club wide social event for all members and their families. The last day to register is August 30th. Here’s a link to the registration form.
We look forward to seeing you on August 14th as we plan for a great start to September with the POTA – Activate ALL RI and 2nd annual PLOA at Colt State Park.